Dive-site story
Located off the sandy fringes of Mabul Island, Eel Garden features a sloping seabed transitioning into coral patches and expansive sand flats. The site earns its name from the colonies of garden eels poking out of the substrate, swaying synchronously with the gentle surge. Divers working their way along the slope encounter a blend of macro critters, rubble-dwelling crustacea, and occasional green sea turtles resting on coral bommies.
Extensive colonies of spotted garden eels swaying in sandy channels
Macro encounters with ribbon eels, mantis shrimps, and colorful nudibranchs
Coral bommies hosting juvenile reef fish and resting sea turtles
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Diving occurs year-round, with the calmest seas and clearest water generally settling in between March and October.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spotted garden eelHeteroconger hassi | Common | ||||||||||||
| Ribbon eelRhinomuraena quaesita | Common | ||||||||||||
| Green sea turtleChelonia mydas | Common | ||||||||||||
| Peacock mantis shrimpOdontodactylus scyllarus | Common |
Marine forecast
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